2005 Hyundai Sonata Reviews - Page 2 of 3

2005 Hyundai Sonata from North America

Summary:

Great vehicle

Faults:

Car bucking as though shifting, sensor replaced twice.

Clock working sporadic, then air conditioner quit. Diagnosis not correct until mechanic discovered the engine computer needed replacements. Now runs like a dream. Mechanics should learn to look closer for this problem.

2005 Hyundai Sonata LX 3.3L from North America

Summary:

I've owned this car over 5 years now, and I'm still happy with it

Faults:

Remote passenger side mirror quit working.

General Comments:

We bought this car new in April 2005. It was our third stop after looking at Toyota and Honda sedans. We just were not happy with the interior space or design in either of them. The Sonata's interior is not what I'd call roomy, but it is comfortable and well thought out.

We average 25 - 26 mpg city, 28 - 31 mpg highway.

So far we have found this car to be totally, utterly reliable. We have had zero problems with this car besides the mirror, but still had the peace of mind provided by the free 5 year road hazard program.

Acceleration is good, handling is great, and the auto transmission with the manual shift feature is a LOT of fun. The car also handles winter weather very well.

It is not a fancy, luxurious or super sporty car. It has found a happy medium. I could honestly tell anyone, (already have) that as far as good, sound, and economical transportation goes, you really can't go wrong for the money.

19th Jun 2007, 21:20

You have a leaking hose? and the a/c may need some attention. Hardly enough problems to constitute a crap car. You could have paid a lot more for another make and still get problems, from what I read. Your critisism seems a bit harsh.

2005 Hyundai Sonata GL 2.5L 4 cylinder from North America

Summary:

Good deal so far

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

Overall, my wife and I have no complaints. The interior is a bit smaller than we would like, but we can't afford a bigger car at this time. Don't like the fact that the doors don't lock automatically after you get in. I was a little nervous about buying a Hyundai, but since our previous Buick was a piece of crap I was ready to try just about anything.

7th Jul 2006, 14:26

I also went from American to a Hyundai Sonata. My father works for GM so there were troubled times when I bought the car. However, after about 2 months he drove the car and commented on how quiet and nice it is. "better than a Malibu" He said (and less expensive). After 54,000 miles on my 04 LX, We have had 0 problems. I will look to Hyundai first for my next car.

29th Jul 2007, 21:48

I just purchased an 04 Sonata GLS. I love it. It's a very quiet ride, easy to handle, sharp looking too. I get a lot of comments of people thinking it's a Mercedes or a new Lincoln.

My car only had 30,000 miles on it and had never been scratched, dented, smoked in. Tip top shape.

Theres nothing more I could want from a car that this one doesn't have. The trunk is roomy, the seats accommodate individual drinks, the cd player and tape player are easy to use. The gas mileage?? well, for a 6 cyl its not too shabby. The car has some real get up and go to it. I would definitely buy another Hyundai product. I too have GM family members that gave me some problems about my purchase, but in the end, I'm the most satisfied customer of this quality made car.

8th Nov 2008, 21:35

I BOUGHT A 2004 SONATA brand new. I just love it. I have over 70 k miles on it now and it still rides like a dream. Smooth, quite and good pick up. I have regular oil changes. Had to have the brakes replaced, but other than that, besides tires of course. 0 problems, and plan to keep this one a long time. Every one I let drive it says it is such a great ride.